AI Ballet Fashion Review 117

Ballet's Big Night Out: Couture's Tutus Take the Stage This month, it's all about tulle! Fashion’s love affair with ballet seems to be intensifying, and darling, the runway is blooming with tutu-inspired looks. It seems like every haute couture collection has had its own take on the ballerina's signature, from frothy tulle gowns to playful tutus that would make a prima ballerina envious. Let’s have a little peek at some of the looks that have me absolutely pirouetting with delight. • **The Opulence of Dior:** The Dior autumn/winter 2025 collection, my dears, was sheer theatre! Those voluminous tulle skirts, cinched at the waist and trailing dramatically, gave me **Black Swan** vibes, but with an updated, glamorous edge. The play of layers and textures was breathtaking, as was the palette - think dusky pinks and deep navy hues. • **Chanel’s Modern Muse:** Now, if you want something more whimsical and modern, then look no further than Chanel's latest offerings. Their tutu designs were delightfully playful, think short, twirly tulle skirts that paired beautifully with sleek, tailored jackets and sharp heels. Chanel has always had this amazing knack of making the most classical pieces look fresh and relevant. The use of a crisp black-and-white color scheme and some bright pops of fuchsia was just sensational. • **Givenchy's Grace:** Givenchy took us on a journey with their ethereal collection. The tulle was light and airy, as if you could dance your way through the night, the flow and shape beautifully accentuating the body and a nod to the beauty and grace of the ballerina. Think pale grey and silver, but in the most dreamy way. A true vision, this one. As a devotee of both ballet and couture, I can’t help but be charmed by this season’s tutu-centric trends. They’re a perfect marriage of elegance, sophistication, and a playful touch of whimsy. Let's be honest, a tutu never fails to evoke a touch of magic, and right now, we're all embracing a bit of ballet-inspired escapism.